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Our Family of Summer Day Camps
 Roughing It Day Camp is proud to offer a broad range of summer programs
designed to foster personal growth, skill development and fun!
 Helping children grow in wonderful ways since 1972!

Roughing It Day Camp
Our Flagship All Outdoors Program
Established 1972

Pre K– 10th Grades / 4 & 8 Week Sessions
 Celebrating 38 years!  All outdoors day camp at the Lafayette Reservoir with instruction for all abilities in horseback riding and swimming, rowing, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, sports, hiking, adventure, outdoors, teen programs and more!  Our longer sessions are designed to promote social growth, skill development, friendships and fun for every camper!  Transportation from home and centralized pick up spots. Camp Plus, our extended care program.

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"The counselors inspired me to try everything" - Zoe, Jr. High Girl, 1st Year Camper  

 

Horse Day Camp & Ranch Day Camp
 For True Horse Lovers!
Established 1991

Horse Day Camp
English Riding Camp
3rd-10th Grades / 2 Weeks
Beginning - Advanced
3 Riding Sessions Daily
All Horses, All Day
Cross Country Jump Course
Horse Show Every Session
Located in Moraga
Transportation/Extended Care
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Ranch Day Camp
Western & Trail Riding
3rd-10th Grades / 2 Weeks
Beginning - Advanced
2 Riding Sessions Daily
Daily Trail Rides on 6,000 Acres
Ranch Animal Care
Western Activities & Crafts
Located in Lafayette
Transportation / Extended Care
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"Everyone is so nice and sincere, also, riders can go at their own pace"
Marisa, Ranch Camp, 4th Year Camper

  

  

 

NEW! Outdoor Explorers
 One Week Outdoor Adventures at the Lafayette Reservoir
Established 2010

1st-6th Grades / 1 Week Sessions
 Campers spend all day at the Lafayette Reservoir fishing, hiking trails and learning outdoor living skills.  Instruction in fishing, hiking, camping, wilderness living skills, outdoor cooking, boating, nature exploration, crafts and games.  Daily choice activity periods give campers time to do more of their favorite activities.  Transportation from centralized bus stops and Camp Plus, our extended care program.
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Patience and skill result in a lucky catch at fishing  

 

Little Raccoons
Two Week Introductory Program for Younger Campers
Established 2002

Pre-K - 1st Grades / 2 Week Sessions
 An introductory camp program specially designed to help young children prepare for a full camp experience.  Outdoor activities include American Red Cross swimming lessons, fishing, boating, sports, hiking, crafts, stories, singing and games.  Transportation from centralized bus stops and Camp Plus, our extended care program.


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We are proud of the progress and skills our campers achieve  


 

Acteeva Day Camp
 One Week Activity Choice Camp
Established 2009

K-5th Grades / 1 Week Sessions
For 2010, a one week session located at the Lafayette Reservoir. Campers customize their schedule from 25 camp activities daily creating camp the way they want it using our unique online Acteeva Customizer Program. Activities include outdoor, camping and nature programs, skill development in

sports with specialty instruction in basketball, soccer and softball, and a wide variety of crafts and outdoor games.  Extended care program.
Skill-based learning and fun are part of every camp day